Skarner TFT Build
4 CostBest Skarner build for TFT Set 16 with 69.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Evenshroud, Protector's Vow, and Sunfire Cape. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Skarner builds: Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Evenshroud (68.97% top four rate, +29.44% difference); Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (58.82% top four rate, +19.29% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (55.81% top four rate, +16.28% difference)
Skarner Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Skarner in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, Negatron Cloak from the carousel and item drops. Sparring Gloves and Tear of the Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Skarner 's highest win rate items and will help you secure consistent top four placements. Focus on slamming items early using these components rather than holding for perfect items, as tempo is crucial for maintaining a healthy economy.
Why These Components for Skarner ?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Skarner , appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Protector's Vow, Sunfire Cape, Steadfast Heart, which are core items for maximizing Skarner 's effectiveness.
Giant's Belt is the 2nd priority component for Skarner , appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage, which are core items for maximizing Skarner 's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Skarner , appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Skarner 's effectiveness.
Skarner Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Skarner 's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Chain Vest or Giant's Belt to complete your core items. Don't greed for perfect components—slam items to preserve HP.
- Late Game (Stage 5+): Use any remaining components to build utility items or complete Skarner 's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Skarner in Set 16
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Skarner Itemization in Set 16
Skarner 's best item build provides +29.4% top four rate improvement. 3 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
3 different item builds achieve 10%+ improvement, giving flexibility in itemization.
Itemized Skarner achieves 25.7% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 4-cost champion, Skarner has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Skarner Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Skarner itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Skarner has a base top four rate of 39.5%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Skarner item build achieves a 69.0% top four rate, representing a +29.4% difference from the base rate. 3 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Skarner achieves 55.1% top four rate (+15.5% vs base) with 4.03 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Skarner achieves a 25.7% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Skarner a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Skarner
- When you find Skarner early and can build around it as your primary carry
- When you have the optimal item components (check the Component Priority section above)
- When the lobby isn't heavily contesting Skarner 's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Skarner
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Skarner Items in TFT Set 16
The best Skarner item is Evenshroud with a 50.41% win rate (+10.88% vs base), 15.25% first place rate, and 4.05% pick rate. The most popular is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 13.96% pick rate and 41.56% win rate. Thief's Gloves has the highest first place rate at 15.70%. The top three Skarner items are Evenshroud, Protector's Vow, and Sunfire Cape.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 50.41% | +10.88% | 15.25% | 4.05% | 242 | ||
  | B | 49.28% | +9.75% | 15.69% | 3.46% | 207 | ||
| B | 45.44% | +5.91% | 13.82% | 10.45% | 625 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 45.06% | +5.53% | 15.51% | 4.23% | 253 | |
| 5 | | B | 44.83% | +5.30% | 14.03% | 10.18% | 609 | |
| 6 | | B | 43.75% | +4.22% | 13.91% | 7.76% | 464 | |
| 7 | | B | 42.72% | +3.19% | 15.07% | 8.49% | 508 | |
| 8 | | B | 42.22% | +2.69% | 14.80% | 6.77% | 405 | |
| 9 | | B | 42.03% | +2.50% | 15.70% | 2.31% | 138 | |
| 10 | | B | 41.56% | +2.03% | 13.16% | 13.96% | 835 |
Best Skarner Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Skarner artifact item is Horizon Focus with a 57.14% win rate (+17.61% vs base), 18.94% first place rate, and 0.35% pick rate. The most popular is Lightshield Crest with a 0.74% pick rate and 36.36% win rate. Silvermere Dawn has the highest first place rate at 19.25%. The top three Skarner artifact items are Horizon Focus, Aegis of Dusk, and Aegis of Dawn.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 57.14% | +17.61% | 18.94% | 0.35% | 21 | ||
| A | 51.85% | +12.32% | 18.14% | 0.45% | 27 | ||
| A | 48.72% | +9.19% | 16.96% | 0.65% | 39 | ||
| 4 | B | 42.86% | +3.33% | 12.44% | 0.23% | 14 | |
| 5 | A | 40.63% | +1.09% | 18.00% | 0.53% | 32 | |
| 6 | A | 37.04% | -2.49% | 17.88% | 0.45% | 27 | |
| 7 | A | 36.36% | -3.17% | 17.92% | 0.74% | 44 | |
| 8 | B | 28.57% | -10.96% | 14.91% | 0.23% | 14 | |
| 9 | B | 21.43% | -18.10% | 17.27% | 0.23% | 14 | |
| 10 | A | 17.39% | -22.14% | 19.25% | 0.38% | 23 |
Best Skarner Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Skarner radiant item is Radiant Steadfast Heart with a 60.00% win rate (+20.47% vs base), 15.29% first place rate, and 0.33% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Bramble Vest with a 0.50% pick rate and 46.67% win rate. Radiant Adaptive Helm has the highest first place rate at 16.61%. The top three Skarner radiant items are Radiant Steadfast Heart, Radiant Evenshroud, and Radiant Warmog's Armor.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 60.00% | +20.47% | 15.29% | 0.33% | 20 | ||
| B | 60.00% | +20.47% | 15.06% | 0.33% | 20 | ||
| B | 56.00% | +16.47% | 15.84% | 0.42% | 25 | ||
| 4 | B | 55.17% | +15.64% | 16.13% | 0.48% | 29 | |
| 5 | B | 54.55% | +15.02% | 15.95% | 0.37% | 22 | |
| 6 | B | 50.00% | +10.47% | 15.51% | 0.37% | 22 | |
| 7 | B | 46.67% | +7.14% | 14.64% | 0.25% | 15 | |
| 8 | B | 46.67% | +7.14% | 16.61% | 0.25% | 15 | |
| 9 | B | 46.67% | +7.14% | 14.34% | 0.50% | 30 | |
| 10 | B | 39.29% | -0.24% | 14.95% | 0.47% | 28 | |
| 11 | B | 35.29% | -4.24% | 15.11% | 0.28% | 17 |
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Skarner Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skarner 's best build in Set 16?
The best Skarner build in TFT Set 16 features Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, and Evenshroud as core items. This build has a 68.97% win rate and is picked 1.00% of the time. First place rate: 37.93%, avg placement: 3.21.
What is the best item for Skarner ?
Evenshroud is the best item for Skarner with a 50.41% win rate and 4.05% pick rate across 242 matches.
Which item is most popular on Skarner ?
Gargoyle Stoneplate is the most popular item on Skarner with a 13.96% pick rate. It has a 41.56% win rate across 835 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Skarner ?
The top 3 items for Skarner are Evenshroud, Protector's Vow, and Sunfire Cape. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Skarner 's kit.
How many matches do the Skarner item builds have?
The Skarner item build data is based on 4,286 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Evenshroud on Skarner ?
Evenshroud is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 50.41% win rate on Skarner .
What components should I prioritize for Skarner in TFT Set 16?
Priority components for Skarner are Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, and Negatron Cloak. These components build into Skarner 's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Skarner in TFT?
On carousel for Skarner TFT builds, prioritize Chain Vest. These components are essential for Skarner 's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Skarner in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Skarner is a strong item holder with a 69.0% win rate when properly itemized. Skarner should be a priority for your items in Skarner comps.
Is Skarner a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Skarner is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 39.5% to 69.0%. Skarner scales well with items.
What is Skarner 's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
Skarner 's top 4 rate when itemized is 55.1%. With proper items, Skarner significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Skarner emblem?
The best emblem for Skarner is Juggernaut Emblem with a 65.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Juggernaut trait on Skarner , providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Skarner radiant item?
The top radiant item for Skarner is Radiant Steadfast Heart with a 60.00% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Skarner artifact?
The best artifact for Skarner is Death's Defiance with a 83.33% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Skarner 's kit.